TAP Episode 165: Breast Implant Illness with Dr. Robert Whitfield

Thyroid Answers Podcast

In this episode of the Thyroid Answers Podcast, I discuss breast implant illness with Dr. Robert Whitfield.

Topics covered in this episode:

• Infections, biofilms and breast implants
• What is breast implant illness
• The potential links between breast implant illness and thyroid physiology
• Why do breast implants potentially trigger illness
• How would someone know their breast implants might be the cause of their chronic health issues and immune disorders?
• And so much more...

Dr. Robert Whitfield is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 26 years of experience. He specializes in breast implant removal surgery, breast implant illness and advanced cosmetic procedures. He was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada, and received his medical degree from the University of Las Vegas School of Medicine. He then completed six years of surgical training, including a plastic surgery residency at Indiana University Medical Center. After his residency, Dr. Rob relocated to Austin, Texas, where he has become renowned for his cosmetic expertise. He is committed to staying at the forefront of his field and regularly attends conferences and courses to keep up to date on the latest techniques and technologies in plastic surgery. He is also a sought-after provider for his Holistic Accelerated Recovery Program (HARP), which helps patients prepare and recover from surgical procedures by lowering systemic inflammation. www.breastimplantillnessexpert.com